Vault — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun verb /ˈvȯlt/

Meaning & Definition of Vault

Vault (noun)

  1. an arched structure of masonry usually forming a ceiling or roof
  2. something (such as the sky) resembling a vault
  3. an arched or dome-shaped anatomical structure
  4. an act of vaulting, leap

Vault (verb)

  1. to form or cover with or as if with a vault, arch
  2. to leap vigorously; especially, to execute a leap using the hands or a pole
  3. to do or achieve something as if by a leap
  4. to leap over; especially, to leap over by or as if by aid of the hands or a pole

Vault (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. an underground burial chamber

    "archaeologists were thrilled to discover an ancient vault that hadn't been looted by grave robbers"

    similar: catacomb(s), crypt
    related: mausoleum, sepulchre, sepulture, tomb

  2. an act of leaping into the air

    "a vault over the car's hood by the frightened deer"

    similar: bound, hop, jump, leap, spring
    related: bounce, lope, skip, caper, capriole, gambado, gambol, attack, pounce, dive, pitch, plunge

Vault (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to propel oneself upward or forward into the air

    "vaulted over the obstacle with ease"

    similar: bound, hop, jump, leap, spring
    related: bounce, hurdle, leapfrog, lope, skip, buck, caper, capriole, cavort, frolic, gambol, romp, attack, pounce, shoot, skyrocket

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Vault

The most common words with a similar meaning to Vault:

catacomb(s), crypt, bound, hop, jump, leap, spring

Related Words for Vault

mausoleum, sepulchre, sepulture, tomb, bounce, lope, skip, caper, capriole, gambado, gambol, attack, pounce, dive, pitch, plunge, hurdle, leapfrog, buck, cavort, frolic, romp, shoot, skyrocket

Word Forms of Vault

Inflections: vaulted, vaulting, vaults

Derived words: vaulty (adjective)

Origin & Etymology of Vault

Middle English vaute, voute, borrowed from Anglo-French voute, volte, going back to Vulgar Latin *volvita "turn, arched structure," noun derivative from feminine of *volvitus, re-formation of Latin volūtus, past participle of volvere "to travel (a circular course), bring round, roll" wallow:1

First known use: 14th century

Words & Phrases Containing Vault

barrel vault, cross vault, fan vault, pole vault, the pole vault

Frequently Asked Questions about Vault

What does "Vault" mean?

"Vault" means an arched structure of masonry usually forming a ceiling or roof. As an a noun and a verb, it is defined as: an arched structure of masonry usually forming a ceiling or roof. It has 3 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Vault"?

Other words for "Vault" include catacomb(s), crypt, bound, hop, jump, leap and spring. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Vault" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Vault"?

There are 31 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Vault". Common alternatives include catacomb(s), crypt, bound, hop, jump, leap and spring.

How do you use "Vault" in a sentence?

Examples of "Vault" in a sentence: "archaeologists were thrilled to discover an ancient vault that hadn't been looted by grave robbers"; "a vault over the car's hood by the frightened deer"; "vaulted over the obstacle with ease".

Is "Vault" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Vault" can be used as a noun and a verb, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Vault"?

"Vault" is pronounced /ˈvȯlt/.

What is the origin of the word "Vault"?

"Vault" comes from Middle English vaute, voute, borrowed from Anglo-French voute, volte, going back to Vulgar Latin *volvita "turn, arched structure," noun derivative from feminine of *volvitus, re-formation of Latin volūtus, past participle of volvere "to travel (a circular course), bring round, roll" wallow:1. First known use: 14th century.

What is another word for "Vault" meaning "an underground burial chamber"?

When "Vault" (noun) means an underground burial chamber, synonyms include catacomb(s) and crypt.